Lighting: 102 - GEAR. Flashcards
Testations.
What are HMI Lights?
This is used to achieve daylight. Which is stronger than daylight but has a cooler temperature.
What are Fluorescent Lights?
Offer a soft cool light.
What are Kino Flows?
Bank of tube lights adjustable to various temperatures.
What are LED Lights?
Provide a high amount of control of colour and strength.
What are Gels?
For more control over a light’s colour, gaffers will often use gels to help achieve their desired hues.
What is diffusion?
Diffusion is when a semi-translucent material is placed between the light source and the subject.
What gear can we use to diffuse light?
- Softboxes
- Diffusion paper
- Silks
- Natural Diffusers like fog, dust, cloud and smoke
What are reflectors?
Reflectors come in a variety of colours and textures each bringing a unique type of diffusion.